Activities include a walking tour and a raffle for a new pair of shoes.

The Golden Shoe event was inspired by the Healthy Kent 2010 Campaign, and the SIFE is teaming up with Aquinas College Health and Wellness Services to carry on the mission to encourage people to live a healthier lifestyle.

A release from the college indicates that the event is the first of several planned for coming months. Aquinas College students have a chance to participate in monthly calorie burning competitions for students. Additional information: (616) 929-0530.

Meanwhile, I’m looking forward to my next race. I shaved four minutes off my best 5K time at the Komen Race for the Cure last month, crossing the line at 23 minutes, eighth in my age group.